my doctor thinks i have apinched nervein my neck and wants to do anemg test? what does emg stand for, and how will this test help my doctor

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Is an emg test necessary if the MRI shows c4, C5 and C6 nerves pinched. Have c4, C5 and C6 ruptured disc in neck with C4 C5 and C6 pinched nerves on right side and C6 nerve pinched on left side. Have had bone scan, and CT and now doctor is wanting emg.

Answer 1

Electromyography: This test will help provide your physician isolate which nerve is irritated and to what degree the severity is. There are many nerves that can be "pinched" in the neck and treament options may vary depending on which nerve is involved.

Answer 2

See nerve damage: An EMG monitors electrical activity in the muscles to determine if there is disease in the muscle itself or in the nerves leading to it. By determining the pattern of muscles involved, the source of the problem can be localized (e.g. Pinched nerve in the arm compared to the neck), guiding proper treatment.

Answer 3

Nerve & muscle test: Electromyography (EMG) is typically performed along with nerve conduction studies. When performed by a skilled physician (who also does a history & physical exam), these tests can identify nerve & muscle conditions at any point in the 'circuit' from part of the spinal cord, nerve root (exiting your spinal column), through the plexus, peripheral nerve, neuromuscular junction, and muscle.

Answer 4

No: It is very unusual for children less than 2 years to catch strep throat-- not impossible, but unlikely.

Answer 5

Yes: Although there is a common misconception that babies don't get strep, they can and frequently do, especially if there are school age children in the home, or if the child attends daycare. If you think your child has a sore throat, they need to be seen. If they have a positive strep test, they require antibiotics to prevent rheumatic fever. Strep cannot be diagnosed without a strep test or culture.

Answer 6

Fever, poor appetite: It is very unusual for an infant to get strep throat. However an older child or family member in close contact with your baby has it, it is possible. In most cases, babies with strep throat are very fussy due to the pain, may have a high fever, and decreased appetite. Every now and then babies can have vomiting and rash from strep throat. It is best to contact your doctor if you are concerned.

Answer 7

Throat swab: To confirm strep throat, they need to have a throat swab by a doctor. A sore throat without other symptoms is not likely to be strep. High fever (above 101.5 f), swollen lymph nodes in the neck, and pus on the tonsils are more likely to be strep.

Answer 8

Yes: It's rare under age 2 to get strep, but is possible. I've seen a positive strep test in as young as a 4 month old.

Answer 9

Yes: Although uncommon for babies to be diagnosed with strep throat, certainly anything is possible! strep is generally passed from one victim to another by direct contact or through infected droplets of naso-oral secretions. Most caretakers are cautious around newborns, understanding that these little ones can be at risk. But, if dad--with strep throat--"parked" junior's pacifier in his mouth, well...

Answer 10

Happens ...however: It is possible for an infant to acquire and be sick from the strep A germ. It is also possible for them to test positive and only be a carrier & never get sick from it. One issue that differs in young infants is the long term effects. Since their immune system is immature, they don't risk development of rheumatic fever like a 5 or 10 year old would. Treatment of carriers is unnecessary.

Answer 11

Hoarseness: The cure depends on the cause... Infections, polyps, nodules, tumors, gerd, vocal abuse, yeast infections, smoking, vocal abuse, etc. Etc. See an ENT doc to figure it out.

Answer 12

Depends type of surg: Depends on the type and extent of surgery, like thyroid, or parotid gland cancer will be eating by next day, on the other hand jaw, or tongue, or voice box is removed, takes wks to heal and swelling to subside and will able to eat solid foods.

Answer 13

H&N treatment is: Tough! we advocate a peg tube to maintain nutrition, and encourage boost/ensure per os. Swallowing is impaired because of salivary secretions are less wet, the lining is inflamed, and the muscles can be toughened. Each person is different. Try swallowing easy foods like pudding and ice cream, jello. It takes 2 wks to one month to heal.

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